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News and Announcements

50 years of Jaunt: Share Your Story and Celebrate a Legacy of Connection

May 4, 2026

For five decades, Jaunt has been a vital link across our region. Connecting people to work, healthcare, education, and community life. From daily commutes to meaningful moments with family and friends, Jaunt has helped thousands of residents stay mobile and independent. As Jaunt celebrates its 50th Anniversary, it’s also celebrating the people and stories that have shaped its journey. PATH is proud to help spread the word about this special milestone and encourage community members to take part. Jaunt is inviting

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Connecting South Albemarle Seniors to Transportation Options

May 1, 2026

PATH recently hosted a community presentation at Dr. Ho’s Humble Pie, bringing together older adults from the North Garden and Covesville areas for a conversation about public transportation. The event provided an opportunity for PATH to connect directly with residents, share information about its PATH Helpline and mobility services, and better understand the unique transportation needs of rural communities in southern Albemarle County. During the presentation, PATH staff highlighted available public transit resources, including services provided by Jaunt. Attendees learned

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Need Help Getting to Work? Catch a Lyft With Ride United!

April 17, 2026

    Through a partnership between United Way Worldwide and Lyft, the Ride United program provides a reliable transportation option to help you get to work, job interviews, training, and other employment-related activities. This program is designed for community members who do not have access to a vehicle or whose vehicle is currently not working. Apply to participate in Ride United: https://form.fillout.com/t/ojuc3GAHGius

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About PATH helpline

PATH, Partnership for Accessible Transportation Help, is a free transportation information and referral service open to the public. PATH assists anyone with inquiries about local transportation, with a focus on helping older adults and people with disabilities find transportation options when they are unable to drive.

PATH serves Region 10, including the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle, Greene, Fluvanna, Louisa, and Nelson counties.

  • Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
  • Monday-Friday
After hours? Leave a message and we will call you back

How PATH can help you find a Ride

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Call PATH toll-free at 888-879-7379. If we don't answer, leave a voicemail and we will call you back.

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A transportation counselor will connect you with services and help you schedule a reservation.

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The counselor will guide you through the process and help with any issues you encounter.

Facts & Questions

Where can I ride?

PATH covers Region 10, the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, and Fluvanna counties. We may be able to help you find a ride outside of Region 10. Give us a call and share your transportation needs.

Who Can Ride?

Everyone can ride! This program is for anyone with questions about local transportation, focusing on helping older adults and people with disabilities find rides. We have interpreter services and materials in Spanish.

How Does PATH Work?

PATH collaborates with existing transportation services to unify all public transportation systems into a central information hub. The goal is to develop a transportation network and promote ongoing collaboration among stakeholders.

Transportation Providers

CAT

Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) Public transportation in the City of Charlottesville and portions of urban Albemarle County. All CAT buses are wheelchair-lift equipped and accessible to persons with disabilities. Fares are free through June 30, 2026.

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JAUNT

Jaunt provides curb-to-curb demand-response service in Buckingham, Fluvanna, Louisa, Greene, Nelson, and rural Albemarle counties. It also provides ADA paratransit service in Charlottesville and Albemarle. To use Jaunt's ADA Paratransit Service, you must be pre-approved by CAT. This service is currently fare-free.

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MICRO CAT

MicroCAT is a fare-free, on-demand public rideshare service that offers convenient, affordable rides in Pantops and the US-29 Corridor area. Book a shared ride from your phone and get picked up . Whether you're commuting, running errands, or need to get somewhere, you can do so without breaking the bank.

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UTS

University Transit System and University Transit Service (UTS) are fare-free transit services committed to providing safe, reliable, efficient, service to University of Virginia students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

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VIRGINIA BREEZE

Virginia Breeze is Virginia’s intercity bus service connecting communities across the state with major destinations including Washington, D.C., Richmond, and Virginia Beach. Whether you’re traveling to visit friends, heading back to campus, or catching a flight, Virginia Breeze makes it easy to travel between cities without driving.

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Hard to find transportation in your area?

Share your experience and transportation needs with us through this online survey. We are gathering data to better understand the transportation needs in Albemarle, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, Fluvanna, and the City of Charlottesville. Your comments will help us choose where to work with partners to increase and improve transportation.

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Partner with PATH

Interested in partnering with us? Looking to bring more transportation services to your area or for your clients? Curious about this program? Eager to contribute and support rides for underserved populations? PATH is here to make a difference in your community. Agencies and volunteer groups can get support from the PATH program to provide transportation in their area. Some of the free resources available include:
  • - Vehicles and operating funds
  • - Staffing and infrastructure
  • - Pilot programs
  • - Data collection and surveys
  • - Operating costs
  • - Ride scheduling software and services